Blackened Shrimp Cavatappi Rich and Flavorful Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz cavatappi pasta
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 unit red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• to taste unit salt and pepper
• for garnish unit fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the blackening seasoning until well coated.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and slightly charred. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced red bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and allow to cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
6. Add the cooked cavatappi and blackened shrimp to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.